Healthy Maple Frosted Pumpkin Donuts

Healthy gluten-free pumpkin donuts frosted with a maple glaze. These maple frosted pumpkin donuts are made high in protein and refined sugar-free.

I know, I know. I said I wasn’t going to start making pumpkin recipes until September 1st but I couldn’t help myself. And now I’m so glad I couldn’t because this pumpkin donut recipe is not only the best donut recipe I’ve ever made but also the best pumpkin recipe.

I covered these donuts in a creamy maple frosting made from protein powder, coconut oil, almond milk and sugar-free maple syrup then topped them with crushed pecans.

After making these donuts I had to run off to dinner so I didn’t get time to actually eat one (besides that one bite) so I put them in the fridge for later. When later finally came and I was able to sit down and enjoy one of these donuts, they were even better than I expected and after a day in the fridge, they hadn’t lost any flavor at all.

Once donuts are cooled, stir together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup and vanilla. Whisk in the protein until smooth. Add the almond milk and continue mixing until incorporated. Dip each donut into the glaze and top with crushed pecans.